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Controversial Acquisitions: Greenland and Geopolitics

This chapter examines the controversial proposals made by a political figure to acquire territories like Greenland for national security. It contrasts these ideas with historical U.S. territorial acquisitions, exploring the implications of such colonial notions in today's geopolitical landscape. The discussion includes Greenland's recent push for autonomy, its strategic resources, and the complexities of national self-determination versus external pressures.

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